1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 434 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
